Security Officer- Child and Adolescent Hospital

A PrairieCare Security Officer is responsible for the day to day activities of ensuring a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff. Security Officers work as a member of a unified team that provides a safe and secure environment by working collaboratively with all sites, departments, and agencies. Hours for this role are Weekdays day Shift and every other weekend Pay for this role is in the range of $18-$21 based on years of experience Responsibilities: Creates a positive environment with quality customer service Responds to Emergency Codes Assists with Emergency Code Drills Uses security technology to control access and monitor the facility Screens visitors, patients and patient belongings Conducts patrols and escorts visitors and staff Investigates incidents and completes appropriate reports and documentation in a timely manner Performs other various duties as assigned or requested High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Associates or Bachelors in a safety or security related field preferred Preferred knowledge of Joint Commission Environment of Care standards and quality of care Great Customer Service Skills Trustworthy and Honest Ability to use sound judgment and decision-making skills in crisis situations and implementing emergency response procedures Ability to maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations Ability to make effective decisions while in stressful situations and circumstances Able to work alone and with minimal supervision PrairieCare is a psychiatric healthcare system experiencing rapid growth in the Twin Cities. With multiple sites across the metro, including locations in Rochester and Mankato. PrairieCare has quickly grown to become one of the State's largest providers of mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families PrairieCare does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability or age in admissions, treatment or participation in its programs, services and activities or employment. PrairieCare is an Affirmative Action Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Veterans, Disabled and other protected individuals and is committed to a diverse workforce. Offers of employment from PrairieCare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background studies.